Travel Restrictions due to COVID-19 Travel Information to Peru 2022

(Updated March 23, 2022)

Due to the global situation, the Peruvian State has decreed a State of Emergency, which affects health and safety measures for all travelers. Consult this information to have a safe trip and stay in our country.

Please consult via WhatsApp at +51 908 862 838 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Biosafety protocols on trains

New regulations from February 1st 2022

It will be necessary to prove the booster dose for people over 40 years of age; otherwise, you can present a negative molecular test with a result date no more than 48 hours before boarding.

Passengers over 18 years old must present proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 to enter indoor areas

ENTRY CONTROLS - STATION AND WAITING ROOMS

CONTROLS DURING BOARDING

CONTROLS INSIDE THE BIMODAL BUS AND TRAIN


BEFORE YOUR TRAVEL

Traveling during the COVID-19 pandemic necessitates additional precautions. Here are some tips for your trip to Peru. Keep in mind that failing to meet these initial requirements could negatively impact your journey.

PROTOCOL FOR DEPARTURE

Welcome to Peru! Now that you're here, we recommend following all protocols and adhering to health measures to ease your travel and ensure everyone's safety.

COVID-PERU FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is the Inca Trail currently open?

We are thrilled to share that tourism has returned to Cusco, and we're excited to be hiking to Machu Picchu once more. Starting July 15, 2021, with the government reopening the Inca Trail to tourists, we will be offering all of our routes again. Although the government has reduced the number of permits for the 4, 5, and 7-day Inca Trail treks, there are still available spots for the remainder of 2022. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to our beautiful country.

Can I go on the trek if I’m feeling unwell?

If you experience any symptoms related to COVID-19 or physical discomfort, you are not permitted to go on the trek. Entry will be denied to individuals with a body temperature above 38°C. Please reach out to us to reschedule your trek.

How can I reserve my desired dates for the Inca Trail tour?

Reservations are now open for all Inca Trail treks in 2022. Select the most suitable date according to your schedule. However, we recommend booking as soon as possible, especially for peak season dates, since permits for the Inca Trail tend to sell out quickly once they become available. This trend has been evident even in 2021 with the new travel protocols in Peru.

We will regularly update this page with any new travel information from the Peruvian government as it becomes available.

The Peruvian government has imposed curfews that may vary based on the risk level in each region. Check the permitted transit hours here.

Details about Machu Picchu

Reservations are now available for all treks in 2021 and 2022!

Reservations are now available for all treks and tours in 2021 and 2022. If you haven't yet rescheduled your trek from the time when the Inca Trail was closed, please get in touch with us to arrange a new date. You can reschedule at any time this year or next. Reach out to us for assistance with this process.



Peru travel - Trip Advisor comments

Tripadvisor Reviews

5.0 (More than 840 reviews)

Perfect

10th of September, 2024
(5 out of 5 stars)

Perfect. Everything well organized, very good treatment by everyone.Los portadores Muy Buenos e esfuerzados. El guia Percy es muy muy bueno.

María Caridad A

Experiencia inolvidable

8th of September, 2024
(5 out of 5 stars)

Unforgettable experience. The guide, Santiago, is a professional from head to toe. Very attentive, very knowledgeable and a great person. The group of porters and cook have also been wonderful. They have looked after us very well, always with a smile and the cook is a spectacle. Without a doubt, I would highly recommend this team to the next brave people who venture on the Inca Trail.

jamasvi

SALKANTAY TREK

7th of September, 2024
(5 out of 5 stars)

It is a magical journey that pushes your body to the max but with rewards around every corner. Nature is incredible, Machu Picchu is a dream and the energy of the place is beautiful.Nuestros guías (Iza y Percy) fueron muy cálidos y sus relatos son atrapantes ! Se genera un vínculo muy lindo con ellos y el resto del grupo.

Antonella L

Highly recommended agency!!!!

31st of August, 2024
(5 out of 5 stars)

We were delighted with the organization of our trip to Peru. Everyone at the Inka Trail Expeditions agency was very kind and helpful at all times. They gave us very good advice and we enjoyed the visits and tours planned. We are looking forward to seeing more of this wonderful country.

juan b

It was a great experience of nature and its history Encounters with nature and its stories

6th of August, 2024
(5 out of 5 stars)

The activities were varied and very appropriate for the tour that was carried out with a great guide who instructs on the history of this beautiful place. I just think that it should be more specific with brochures or pamphlets to better enjoy the experience.

Alfredo L

An experience of adventure and delicious food!!

5th of August, 2024
(5 out of 5 stars)

The landscapes were incredible and the explanations of the guide Percy, who was always explaining to us and always paying close attention to all the members of the group so that we arrived safely at our destinations, not to mention the delicious food provided by our cook, the Chinese (Victorian), a real chef! He took care of feeding us with the appropriate meals for the activities! Highly recommended!!

erika m

Great experience on the Inca Trail

29th of July, 2024
(5 out of 5 stars)

Increíble experiencia de la mano de nuestro guía Elio. Muy informado y atento a nuestras necesidades en todo momento. Siempre estuvo a la altura de lo que esperábamos y más. Muy buena la comida y el staff que nos acompañó que siempre nos cuidaron.

Lautaro M

Excellent

24th of July, 2024
(5 out of 5 stars)

Las vistas increíbles! Experiencia única! Staff impecable! Sin palabras. Súper recomendable realizarlo con la empresa COLIBRI. Quedamos muy conformes.

Sofia P

Agency with great treatment and good group management

14th of June, 2024
(5 out of 5 stars)

I loved the tour provided by the agency. It was a wonderful experience with people who explained to us about each of the places visited.

María teresa M

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